Enjoy the southwest’s most beautiful beaches while undertaking valuable conservation work alongside a representative from the Marine Conservation Society (MCS), the Natural History Museum, and National Trust rangers. Field training will be provided to conduct detailed surveys, and data gathered will be submitted to the MCS and the Natural History Museum.

The National Trust has a huge range of working holidays available throughout the year, which cater to a range of interests. Hedge-laying, coppicing woodlands, learning bushcraft, rebuilding walls, or carrying out biological surveys are just a few activities that you could get involved in.

Britain’s network of canals and waterways are a huge, linear national park – both a leisure park and a vital wildlife sanctuary. On a Canal Camp break you’ll be helping to maintain these beautiful waterways. Taking place over a week or a weekend, your day can include clearing the waterways of rubbish, bricklaying, maintaining towpaths or even driving dumper trucks.

What’s included Food and accommodation not included. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided

Join scientists in ancient woodland to gather vital data that will help them assess how woodlands are responding to climate change. You’ll be taught how to gather accurate information in the field, which will be analysed in the context of forests globally.

A wide range of short- and long-term residential placements at RSPB reserves across the UK are available at different times of the year depending on the location. Duties are as varied as the reserves, and can include seabird research, people engagement work, practical habitat management and more, all in stunning surroundings that gets you closer to wildlife.

What’s included Accommodation, meals, and transport to and from Inverness

Plant trees to expand and restore Scotland’s beautiful Caledonian Forest. In addition to this valuable work, you’ll also be learning about the local wildlife, using camera-traps to discover which species call the area their home, and staking out pine martens from a hide. You might also catch a glimpse of an osprey, black grouse, or even a golden eagle.

Work with Lundy’s warden to preserve the island’s unique flora and fauna – it contains plants that can be found nowhere else — and natural beauty. Duties can include clearing rhododendrons, drystone walling, path maintenance and more, all while enjoying fantastic sea views.

Working alongside the Trust’s experienced group leader and other likeminded volunteers, you’ll be contributing to the preservation of the island’s ecology by undertaking practical conservation, such as tree planting, path maintenance, and invasive species management, spurred on by spectacular scenery and wildlife on this fascinating island.

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